Bellevue, IA vs West Point, IA

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. West Point is 17.7% cheaper than Bellevue. With a cost index of 62 vs 73, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from West Point to Bellevue should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Bellevue is $826/month compared to $581/month in West Point — a 42% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: West Point is more affordable at $158,700 median vs $210,500.

Median household income in Bellevue is $78,792 compared to $66,000 in West Point (+19.4%). While Bellevue is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Bellevue spend roughly 12.6% of their income on rent, more than the 10.6% in West Point.